PA and Project Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Are you someone who is organised, details driven, enjoys working with people
and thrives on variety? If so we have a great opportunity to join our PA and
Professional Services Team in the Department of Materials based within the
Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Division at the University of Oxford
on a temporary basis.





The Division and Department is a truly inspirational and fascinating
environment to work in. The Department is one of nine within the Mathematical,
Physical and Life Sciences Division, and one of world’s leading materials
teaching and research institutions. Our facilities and those of the wider
University present a wonderful backdrop for the right person to contribute to
wider society and develop their skills and career.





You’ll become a key team member, working as part of a motivated Professional
Services Team with the opportunity to build your skills and career within the
Department and Division. This is a varied role, where you will be responsible
for supporting key administrative activities and senior academic staff
directly. This is inclusive but not limited to diary management, servicing
meetings and events, as well as providing communications and research grant
support. The post currently supports the Statutory Chair in Materials
Modelling directly and research projects, most notably the Faraday Institution
CATMAT project. It also supports the Programme Manager for the Henry Royce
Institute at the University of Oxford with communications activities.





We are looking for an organised, enthusiastic individual with a genuine
interest in administration to join the department in a full time, temporary
maternity cover post for 9 months from July 2024 (ideally the week commencing
17 July 2024).





You will be familiar with working independently and as part of a wider team.
You’ll be confident in dealing with staff queries, have a hands-on approach
and be willing to support the wider Professional Services Teams when required.
Training will be in place to support you and help you develop in the role.





In addition to salary, you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement,
discounts to University Sports facilities, family-friendly benefits and
excellent development opportunities.





If you are enthusiastic, keen to join the University and are motivated to
support the academic ambitions of the Department, we would be delighted to
hear from you.





For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Fernanda Haswell-
Martin, Head of Administration and Finance fernanda.haswell-
martin@materials.ox.ac.uk





The University is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers
equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking
to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly
encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from
Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.





**How to Apply**





All applications must be made online using the Oxford University E-Recruitment
system, no later than 12 noon on 12 June 2024. You will be required to upload
a CV and a Supporting Statement as part of your application. **Please do not
attach any manuscripts, papers, transcripts, mark sheets or certificates as
these will not be considered as part of your application.**





Interviews are scheduled to take place at the Department of Materials on
either 19 or 21 June 2024, and you must be available in person on these dates,
either by Teams, Zoom or in person.